PRESSURE-COOKING Synonyms: 12 Similar Words

pressure-cooking

verb

present participle of pressure-cook

as in steaming

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steaming

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For most proteins and vegetables, grilling, baking, poaching, roasting, and steaming preserve nutrients while adding little to no additional fat or calories.

— Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 28 July 2026
To clean, heat 1 cup of water and 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or several lemon slices in a microwave-safe bowl for three minutes or until steaming.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 July 2026

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